repetitive
Translation
repetitive, monotonous, tedious
Examples
The work is very repetitive.
The work is very repetitive.
He has a repetitive speaking style.
He has a repetitive speaking style.
Grammar Patterns
((repetitive)) ((noun)) describes a noun as being repetitive The factory job involved repetitive tasks.
Similar Words
Synonyms: monotonous, tedious, recurrent; Antonyms: varied, interesting, diverse
Etymology
From Latin 'repetere' (to do or say again). 're-' (again) + 'petere' (to seek). The suffix '-ive' makes it an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'repeat'. Something that is repetitive involves doing the same thing over and over again.